Northeast monsoon intensifies in Theni district, Kumbakkarai falls closed for tourists
Heavy rainfall from the Northeast monsoon has caused water levels to rise in dams across Theni and Dindigul districts in Tamil Nadu. As a precautionary measure due to an 'Orange Alert,' the Forest Department has closed the Kumbakkarai falls to tourists.
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Monsoon-related closures and infrastructure alerts are critical for public safety and regional water management during extreme weather events.
Northeast monsoon intensifies in Theni district, Kumbakkarai falls closed for tourists DINDIGUL/THENI As the Northeast monsoon intensified in Theni district on Thursday, inflow of water into Vaigai and Mullaperiyar dams increased leading to a significant rise in the water levels. Dindigul district also recorded rainfall on Wednesday. The Northeast monsoon commenced in Theni district on October 15 with Periyakulam recording very high rainfall of 147 mm. Similarly in Dindigul district, Palani recorded very heavy rainfall of 118 mm. Continuous rainfall over the next few days has led to increased water flow into the water sources, including dams, ponds and irrigation tanks across the Theni district.
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